Conservation and Silviculture for Managers and Supervisors
The aim of the event is to provide participants with the fundamental knowledge required to understand the ecological quality of Ancient Woodland Sites, (including Plantations on Ancient Woodland sites). Plan the interventions and manage subsequent forest operations, in accordance with UK best practise. Understand how silviculture can deliver long term conservation outcomes. Using site-based examples.
Location: UK
Study mode: Classroom & On-site
Duration: 1 day
Cost: From £160+VAT per person*
Objectives
At the end of the course, the participants should have an understanding of:
What is an Ancient Woodland Site (AWS) and a Plantation on an Ancient Woodland Site (PAWS);
What do we mean by PAWS restoration, how long might restoration take and what does a restored woodland look like;
The silviculture of Ancient Woodlands;
The site issues to consider when planning forest operations;
The management required to maintain and improve the woodland habitat condition and resilience;
The impact of tree diseases on the silviculture of AWS;
The role of establishment in the management of AWS.
Who should attend?
Existing Forestry Works Managers
Site Supervisors
Team Leaders
Managers within Forestry
Forestry contractors wishing to understand their responsibilities on site
Lead Instructor
Chris Jones
Chris has nearly 40 years of forestry and woodland management experience, including 35 years in Wales. He began with the Forestry Commission in S E Wales, managing harvesting and restocking. Later, at Forest Research, he developed projects to support the forestry sector in Wales. Chris led field teams and served as a liaison between Forest Research and FC Wales, transferring valuable information.
At Forest Research, he collaborated with specialists on silviculture, expanding his knowledge in environmental elements and tree physiology for sustainable forest management. He provided technical input at various FC and Institute of Chartered Foresters events, covering topics like species diversity, ground preparation, and silvicultural systems.
Chris now advises private foresters and forest management businesses, offering training on matching ground preparation and species to sites. He is the go-to forester in Wales for issues related to tree establishment, species choice, and silvicultural techniques.
Other Information
The course will include visiting site in a forestry and woodland environment. The ground will be uneven so there will be a need to wear PPE suitable for outdoor visits appropriate to the conditions and weather.
This course can be tailored to customer requirements.
Bespoke option available: We can organise this course on your site subject to planning & preparation costs.*